SENOR TEQUILA'S INC
26801 S TAMIAMI TRL, Bonita Springs FL 34134 · 239.438.0878
Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In left side reach-in cooler drop in top: shredded jack cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); housemade cut tomatoes salsa (51F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023058088 | Aug 23, 2023 | Oct 30, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2023007779 | Feb 9, 2023 | Mar 8, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
Container of medicine improperly stored over prep area. Operator removed the medicine container.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over shreded lettuce. Operator removed raw shell eggs to bottom shelf.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Per operator cooked soup prepared and stored in walk in freezer the day before inspection without date marked. Discussed operator proper date mark on TCS food.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets stored not inverted near ice machine. Operator stored ice buckets inverted.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in walk in freezer.
Floor tiles missing and in disrepair near walk in freezer door.
Food stored on floor. Raw beef container stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD40 on shelf with food items in back of restaurant. Operator removed to proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by dish machine blocked with buckets. Operator removed buckets.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in back prep area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table on cook line. Employee removed beverage.
Food stored on floor. Multiple boxes of food stored on freezer ground in walk in freezer.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door panel.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Coffee cup used as scoop submerged in sugar. Operator replaced with proper scoop with handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease on hood filters on cook line.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Red and yellow toxic liquid stored in spray bottles labeled for glass cleaner. Operator labeled bottles with correct common names.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Discussed with employee importance of keeping this area clean and sanitized.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation on the cook line.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler and freezer. Discussed with employee the importance of storing food at least 6" from the floor.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tomato diver blade, stored as clean on the wire shelving, observed to have pieces of tomato stuck in the blade.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken in several places, most severely by cooler door.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inconsistent labeling system in walk-in cooler. Some items marked day-month-year, some items marked month-day-year. Discussed with operator importance of date labeling and provided handout HR 5030-049 Date Marking.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles in front of dishwasher and at entrance to walk-in freezer.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) after running and priming 3 times. Operator set up manual sanitation in triple sink, chlorine 100ppm and called technician.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed on cook line employee touch raw shrimp then handle clean utensils, no glove change or handwash. Discussed with operator and employee proper use of gloves and handwashing techniques. Operator washed hands properly, sent utensils to dish room, and donned new gloves before returning to work.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In left side reach-in cooler drop in top: shredded jack cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); housemade cut tomatoes salsa (51F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In left side reach-in cooler drop in top: shredded jack cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); housemade cut tomatoes salsa (51F - Cold Holding) overnight per operator. Also In left side reach-in cooler bottom:; cooked pork in sauce (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef in sauce (45F - Cold Holding) for two hours per operator - operator moved to walk-in cooler for quick cooling. Corrective action taken. Repeat 4/11/2023
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles chemicals stored on cart by bar entrance with single service straws and bottles of pepper.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb under handwash sink next to triple sink missed vacuum breaker.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) at entrance to kitchen by hand sink and in bar area. Operator diluted to 50ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwash sink at entrance to kitchen used to rinse wiping cloth. In bar, handwash sink used to dump ice. Discussed with operator reserving handwash sinks for handwashing only.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inconsistent labeling system in walk-in cooler. Some items marked day-month-year, some items marked month-day-year. Discussed with operator importance of date labeling and provided handout HR 5030-049 Date Marking.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tiles in front of dishwasher and at entrance to walk-in freezer.
Standing water in floor drain under coffee station.
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